Original
01/07/2009 - 07/01/2009 Finished
Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger (はじめの一歩 新シリーズ)
Also known as: Fighting Spirit: New Challenger
Japanese Featherweight Champion Ippo Makunouchi has successfully defended and retained his title. Meanwhile, his rival, Ichirou Miyata, has resurfaced in Japan, aiming for his own Featherweight belt in the Oriental Pacific Boxing Federation. When the rest of the world comes knocking, however, will Japan's best fighters rise to the challenge and achieve glory at the top? Or will the small island nation be crushed under the weight of greater entities? This time, champions will become challengers issuing a call to the rest of the world and ready to show off their fighting spirit!
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
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Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger have? Well, currently Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger has a total of 3 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
Original
Secuela
SecuelaWhat to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger doesn't have a single filler episode: all 26 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 26 episodes of Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger aired in 2009 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
26 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The New Step01/07/2009 | 01/07/2009 | Canon |
| 2 | Bloody Cross01/14/2009 | 01/14/2009 | Canon |
| 3 | To the Promised Place01/21/2009 | 01/21/2009 | Canon |
| 4 | Movement Towards the World01/28/2009 | 01/28/2009 | Canon |
| 5 | World Class Strength02/04/2009 | 02/04/2009 | Canon |
| 6 | A Figure to Chase After02/11/2009 | 02/11/2009 | Canon |
| 7 | The Advent of the Devil02/18/2009 | 02/18/2009 | Canon |
| 8 | Spirit for One Last Attack02/25/2009 | 02/25/2009 | Canon |
| 9 | Qualifying for Succession03/04/2009 | 03/04/2009 | Canon |
| 10 | Cannon Fodder03/11/2009 | 03/11/2009 | Canon |
| 11 | Ippo vs Hammer Nao03/18/2009 | 03/18/2009 | Canon |
| 12 | What It Means to Be a Pro03/25/2009 | 03/25/2009 | Canon |
| 13 | Ippo on the Beach 204/01/2009 | 04/01/2009 | Canon |
| 14 | Two Sparring04/08/2009 | 04/08/2009 | Canon |
| 15 | Itagaki's Debut Match!04/15/2009 | 04/15/2009 | Canon |
| 16 | The 2 Hawks04/22/2009 | 04/22/2009 | Canon |
| 17 | Wild Child04/29/2009 | 04/29/2009 | Canon |
| 18 | Extreme Weight Control05/06/2009 | 05/06/2009 | Canon |
| 19 | Explosive Confrontation05/13/2009 | 05/13/2009 | Canon |
| 20 | World Jr. Middle Weight Title Match05/20/2009 | 05/20/2009 | Canon |
| 21 | The Battle of the Hawks!05/27/2009 | 05/27/2009 | Canon |
| 22 | Brawl06/03/2009 | 06/03/2009 | Canon |
| 23 | Supporting Hand06/10/2009 | 06/10/2009 | Canon |
| 24 | The King06/17/2009 | 06/17/2009 | Canon |
| 25 | My Bronze Statue, Please06/24/2009 | 06/24/2009 | Canon |
| 26 | New Challenger07/01/2009 | 07/01/2009 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger have?
Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger has a total of 3 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger have?
In total, Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger has 26 episodes distributed across its 3 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger?
It is recommended to watch Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger online?
Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger is available on the following streaming platforms: Animation Digital Network. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Watch on: Animation Digital Network
Is Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger a complete anime?
Yes, Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger have?
No, Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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